It stands for the origin of the word and its history
D, insight.
Perspective is simply a fancy word for viewpoint, so when we are talking about an author's viewpoint, it wouldn't be said as bias, prejudice, or objectivity. Yes, depending on the content of course, but in general, when it comes to perspective, it'd also would be called insight.
I would say that the correct answer is B, concerned. A doesn't apply, he isn't really preoccupied with something over something else, and C doesnt completely make sense with the passage. And Tom isn't horrified, he doesn't seem to be reacting too much at all, other than just seeming concerned.
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The answer has to be C
You can tell this by the way she cares for her garden